Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 9 win at Miami
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Lamar Jackson reminded of his brilliance with a four-touchdown effort in his first action in more than a month.
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Ravens trade cornerback Jaire Alexander to Philadelphia in late-round pick swap
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The two-time Pro Bowl selection appeared in just two games for Baltimore despite much hype for his mid-June signing.
Ravens fined $100,000, but won’t lose draft pick for Lamar Jackson injury report violation
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In a statement, the organization said it won’t appeal the NFL’s ruling.
As Ravens improve footing in Jackson’s return, full attention shifts to DeCosta and trade deadline
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Two wins in five days made Baltimore’s direction clear ahead of Tuesday’s trade deadline.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 9 tilt in Miami
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Nate Wiggins figures to see plenty of action covering Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle.
Ravens as healthy as they’ve been all season entering Thursday’s meeting with Miami
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No member of the 53-man roster carries a game status designation for Week 9.
Lamar Jackson “extremely excited” to make return for Ravens on Thursday night
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The two-time MVP quarterback is practicing fully and ready to play for the first time since Week 4.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 8 win over Chicago
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A calmer Tyler Huntly was exactly what Baltimore needed on Sunday afternoon.
Orioles reportedly hiring Cleveland coach Craig Albernaz as next manager
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The 42-year-old served as Cleveland’s associate manager in 2025 and began his coaching career in Tampa Bay’s system.
Ravens downgrade Lamar Jackson to out for Sunday, retroactively change his Friday practice status
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Head coach John Harbaugh wouldn’t say whether the star quarterback will start against Chicago on Sunday afternoon.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 8 meeting with Chicago
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The Baltimore defense needs Roquan Smith to be great against his old team and moving forward.
Star quarterback Lamar Jackson makes limited return to practice for Ravens
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Jackson was back on the field for the first time since injuring his hamstring in the Sept. 28 loss at Kansas City.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts coming out of Week 7 bye
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“Must-win game” is an overused term, but this is a 1-5 team that hasn’t won in over a month and is coming off extra rest.
Lamar Jackson sits out first post-bye practice as Ravens welcome others back to field
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The star quarterback hasn’t practiced or played in a game since injuring his hamstring in the Sept. 28 loss at Kansas City.
Offensive line improvement most critical to Ravens overcoming 1-5 start to make playoff run
Luke Jones
Protecting Lamar Jackson and helping him play at an MVP level is Baltimore’s best hope of rebounding from its worst start since 2015.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 6 loss to Los Angeles Rams
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The pass rush still looks hopeless, but the Baltimore defense at least rebounded with a more representative showing.
Tavius Robinson out 6-8 weeks, Ronnie Stanley hoping to get ankle “healed up” during Ravens’ bye
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Outside linebacker Tavius Robinson suffered a fractured foot in Sunday’s loss to the Los Angeles Rams.
Math now becoming major obstacle to Ravens saving 2025 season spiraling out of control
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Just four teams since the 1970 merger have rebounded from a 1-5 start to make the playoffs.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 6 meeting with Los Angeles Rams
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The Alohi Gilman trade should enable Baltimore to use Kyle Hamilton at the line of scrimmage more often.
Jackson out again, but Ravens to welcome back three Pro Bowl players against Rams in Week 6
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Star quarterback Lamar Jackson will miss a second straight game with a hamstring injury suffered in Week 4.
Will Sunday be Orr’s last stand as Ravens defensive coordinator?
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Second-year coordinator Zach Orr is under fire with Baltimore off to its worst defensive start in franchise history.
Jackson still sidelined, but Hamilton returns to practice as Ravens revamp safety group
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After sitting out the Week 5 loss to Houston, Kyle Hamilton practiced on a limited basis Wednesday.
Ravens shake up defense by trading edge rusher Odafe Oweh to Chargers for safety Alohi Gilman
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Making $13.25 million this season, Oweh had zero sacks and five quarterback hits in five games.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 5 loss to Houston
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It was a forgettable first start for Cooper Rush, but the problems ran much deeper than the play of the backup quarterback.
Utter lack of fight in Ravens’ blowout loss to Houston goes deeper than injuries
Luke Jones
“No excuses for injuries. We’re professionals. You get paid to play. Gotta play better.”
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 5 meeting with Houston
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With Lamar Jackson out, Baltimore must give Derrick Henry the ball early and often to knock off the Texans.
Ravens officially rule out Lamar Jackson, three defensive starters for Week 5 tilt with Houston
Luke Jones
Star quarterback Lamar Jackson wasn’t able to practice all week after hurting his hamstring in the 37-20 loss at Kansas City.
Hamilton adds to injury concerns for Ravens while others return to Thursday’s practice
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A day after popping up on the injury report with a groin injury, Pro Bowl safety Kyle Hamilton was absent from practice.
Jackson headlines long list of Ravens’ practice absences as Rush prepares to fill in against Houston
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Should Lamar Jackson miss Sunday’s tilt because of a hamstring injury, Cooper Rush would start against the Texans in Week 5.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 4 loss at Kansas City
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Roquan Smith was one of several players injured in Sunday’s lopsided defeat to Kansas City.
As Jackson’s Week 5 status remains unclear, Ravens rule out Madubuike for remainder of season
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Head coach John Harbaugh said there was “no way” Lamar Jackson could have returned to Sunday’s game in Kansas City.
Benefit of doubt for Ravens wearing thin after latest clunker and batch of injuries in Kansas City
Luke Jones
It doesn’t matter how much the oddsmakers, football analytics community, and pundits fawned over this team’s potential entering 2025.
Ravens place defensive tackles Madubuike, Washington on injured reserve
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His long-term status due to a neck injury remains unclear, but two-time Pro Bowl selection Nnamdi Madubuike will miss at least the next four games.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 4 showdown in Kansas City
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Will Kyle Hamilton and the Baltimore defense rebound after a poor Week 3 to avoid a 1-3 start to 2025?
Ravens list Stanley, Likely, Van Noy questionable for Week 4 clash with Kansas City
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Left tackle Ronnie Stanley logged only one limited practice this week while nursing an ankle issue.
Home finale brings hope from two members of Orioles’ young core
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A walk-off homer in Thursday’s comeback win put an exclamation point on Dylan Beavers’ first six weeks in the majors.
Ravens rule out star defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike for Week 4 trip to Kansas City
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Madubuike will miss a second straight game due to a neck injury, but his long-term status remains unclear.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 3 loss to Detroit
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Luke Jones offers his purple musings on a humbling loss for Baltimore on Monday night.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 3 clash with Detroit
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Marlon Humphrey and a banged-up defense will have their hands full against an explosive Detroit offense.
Ravens rule out star defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike, whose long-term status remains unclear
Luke Jones
Baltimore also ruled out Kyle Van Noy, Isaiah Likely, and Pat Ricard for Monday night’s tilt with Detroit.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 9 win at Miami
Luke Jones
Lamar Jackson reminded of his brilliance with a four-touchdown effort in his first action in more than a month.
Ravens trade cornerback Jaire Alexander to Philadelphia in late-round pick swap
Luke Jones
The two-time Pro Bowl selection appeared in just two games for Baltimore despite much hype for his mid-June signing.
Ravens fined $100,000, but won’t lose draft pick for Lamar Jackson injury report violation
Luke Jones
In a statement, the organization said it won’t appeal the NFL’s ruling.
As Ravens improve footing in Jackson’s return, full attention shifts to DeCosta and trade deadline
Luke Jones
Two wins in five days made Baltimore’s direction clear ahead of Tuesday’s trade deadline.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 9 tilt in Miami
Luke Jones
Nate Wiggins figures to see plenty of action covering Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle.
Ravens as healthy as they’ve been all season entering Thursday’s meeting with Miami
Luke Jones
No member of the 53-man roster carries a game status designation for Week 9.
Lamar Jackson “extremely excited” to make return for Ravens on Thursday night
Luke Jones
The two-time MVP quarterback is practicing fully and ready to play for the first time since Week 4.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 8 win over Chicago
Luke Jones
A calmer Tyler Huntly was exactly what Baltimore needed on Sunday afternoon.
Orioles reportedly hiring Cleveland coach Craig Albernaz as next manager
Luke Jones
The 42-year-old served as Cleveland’s associate manager in 2025 and began his coaching career in Tampa Bay’s system.
Ravens downgrade Lamar Jackson to out for Sunday, retroactively change his Friday practice status
Luke Jones
Head coach John Harbaugh wouldn’t say whether the star quarterback will start against Chicago on Sunday afternoon.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 8 meeting with Chicago
Luke Jones
The Baltimore defense needs Roquan Smith to be great against his old team and moving forward.
Star quarterback Lamar Jackson makes limited return to practice for Ravens
Luke Jones
Jackson was back on the field for the first time since injuring his hamstring in the Sept. 28 loss at Kansas City.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts coming out of Week 7 bye
Luke Jones
“Must-win game” is an overused term, but this is a 1-5 team that hasn’t won in over a month and is coming off extra rest.
Lamar Jackson sits out first post-bye practice as Ravens welcome others back to field
Luke Jones
The star quarterback hasn’t practiced or played in a game since injuring his hamstring in the Sept. 28 loss at Kansas City.
Offensive line improvement most critical to Ravens overcoming 1-5 start to make playoff run
Luke Jones
Protecting Lamar Jackson and helping him play at an MVP level is Baltimore’s best hope of rebounding from its worst start since 2015.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 6 loss to Los Angeles Rams
Luke Jones
The pass rush still looks hopeless, but the Baltimore defense at least rebounded with a more representative showing.
Tavius Robinson out 6-8 weeks, Ronnie Stanley hoping to get ankle “healed up” during Ravens’ bye
Luke Jones
Outside linebacker Tavius Robinson suffered a fractured foot in Sunday’s loss to the Los Angeles Rams.
Math now becoming major obstacle to Ravens saving 2025 season spiraling out of control
Luke Jones
Just four teams since the 1970 merger have rebounded from a 1-5 start to make the playoffs.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 6 meeting with Los Angeles Rams
Luke Jones
The Alohi Gilman trade should enable Baltimore to use Kyle Hamilton at the line of scrimmage more often.
Jackson out again, but Ravens to welcome back three Pro Bowl players against Rams in Week 6
Luke Jones
Star quarterback Lamar Jackson will miss a second straight game with a hamstring injury suffered in Week 4.
Will Sunday be Orr’s last stand as Ravens defensive coordinator?
Luke Jones
Second-year coordinator Zach Orr is under fire with Baltimore off to its worst defensive start in franchise history.
Jackson still sidelined, but Hamilton returns to practice as Ravens revamp safety group
Luke Jones
After sitting out the Week 5 loss to Houston, Kyle Hamilton practiced on a limited basis Wednesday.
Ravens shake up defense by trading edge rusher Odafe Oweh to Chargers for safety Alohi Gilman
Luke Jones
Making $13.25 million this season, Oweh had zero sacks and five quarterback hits in five games.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 5 loss to Houston
Luke Jones
It was a forgettable first start for Cooper Rush, but the problems ran much deeper than the play of the backup quarterback.
Utter lack of fight in Ravens’ blowout loss to Houston goes deeper than injuries
Luke Jones
“No excuses for injuries. We’re professionals. You get paid to play. Gotta play better.”
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 5 meeting with Houston
Luke Jones
With Lamar Jackson out, Baltimore must give Derrick Henry the ball early and often to knock off the Texans.
Ravens officially rule out Lamar Jackson, three defensive starters for Week 5 tilt with Houston
Luke Jones
Star quarterback Lamar Jackson wasn’t able to practice all week after hurting his hamstring in the 37-20 loss at Kansas City.
Hamilton adds to injury concerns for Ravens while others return to Thursday’s practice
Luke Jones
A day after popping up on the injury report with a groin injury, Pro Bowl safety Kyle Hamilton was absent from practice.
Jackson headlines long list of Ravens’ practice absences as Rush prepares to fill in against Houston
Luke Jones
Should Lamar Jackson miss Sunday’s tilt because of a hamstring injury, Cooper Rush would start against the Texans in Week 5.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 4 loss at Kansas City
Luke Jones
Roquan Smith was one of several players injured in Sunday’s lopsided defeat to Kansas City.
As Jackson’s Week 5 status remains unclear, Ravens rule out Madubuike for remainder of season
Luke Jones
Head coach John Harbaugh said there was “no way” Lamar Jackson could have returned to Sunday’s game in Kansas City.
Benefit of doubt for Ravens wearing thin after latest clunker and batch of injuries in Kansas City
Luke Jones
It doesn’t matter how much the oddsmakers, football analytics community, and pundits fawned over this team’s potential entering 2025.
Ravens place defensive tackles Madubuike, Washington on injured reserve
Luke Jones
His long-term status due to a neck injury remains unclear, but two-time Pro Bowl selection Nnamdi Madubuike will miss at least the next four games.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 4 showdown in Kansas City
Luke Jones
Will Kyle Hamilton and the Baltimore defense rebound after a poor Week 3 to avoid a 1-3 start to 2025?
Ravens list Stanley, Likely, Van Noy questionable for Week 4 clash with Kansas City
Luke Jones
Left tackle Ronnie Stanley logged only one limited practice this week while nursing an ankle issue.
Home finale brings hope from two members of Orioles’ young core
Luke Jones
A walk-off homer in Thursday’s comeback win put an exclamation point on Dylan Beavers’ first six weeks in the majors.
Ravens rule out star defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike for Week 4 trip to Kansas City
Luke Jones
Madubuike will miss a second straight game due to a neck injury, but his long-term status remains unclear.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 3 loss to Detroit
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his purple musings on a humbling loss for Baltimore on Monday night.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 3 clash with Detroit
Luke Jones
Marlon Humphrey and a banged-up defense will have their hands full against an explosive Detroit offense.
Ravens rule out star defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike, whose long-term status remains unclear
Luke Jones
Baltimore also ruled out Kyle Van Noy, Isaiah Likely, and Pat Ricard for Monday night’s tilt with Detroit.
Luke Jones
Luke Jones is the Ravens and Orioles beat reporter for WNST BaltimorePositive.com and is a PFWA member. His mind is consumed with useless sports knowledge, pro wrestling promos, and movie quotes, but he often forgets where he put his phone. Luke's favorite sports memories include being one of the thousands of kids who waited for Cal Ripken's autograph after Orioles games in the summer of 1995, attending the Super Bowl XXXV victory parade with his dad in the pouring rain, and watching the Terps advance to the Final Four at the Carrier Dome in 2002. Follow him on social media @BaltimoreLuke or email him at Luke@wnst.net.
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